CareGrade™ OriginalQuick Answer
A senior living search app lets you search for elderly care communities — assisted living, memory care, nursing homes — directly from your phone. The CareGrade™ app — free on the Apple App Store — grades every community A–D using regulatory data, with CareCircle™ family workspace for collaborative searching and Clara™ AI concierge for 24/7 guidance.
📱 Download CareGrade™ on the App Store
Why a Search App Beats a Search Engine
When you Google "assisted living near me," you get a list of communities — but no way to know which ones are trustworthy. Star ratings can be manipulated. Marketing claims aren't verified. And the communities that pay for ads appear first.
A senior living search app built on regulatory data changes the game. Instead of relying on marketing, you search with trust scores that reflect actual government inspection results.
The CareGrade™ Advantage
The app grades every community A–D using the SeniorTrust™ Scoring System — built from:
- CMS health inspection data (for SNFs)
- CCLD inspection records (for RCFEs)
- Staffing hours per resident per day
- Turnover rates
- Complaint histories and abuse indicators
- Verified family reviews
Communities cannot pay for a better grade.
How to Search for Elderly Care on the App
Step 1: Download the App
Get CareGrade™ free on the App Store
Step 2: Set Your Search Criteria
Tell the app what you're looking for:
- Care type: Assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, independent living, CCRC
- Location: City, ZIP, or radius from a family member
- Budget: Monthly price range
- Special needs: Memory care, pet friendly, medical capabilities
Step 3: Filter by Trust Grade
Start with A and B grades. These are communities with excellent or solid regulatory records. Tap any community for the full score breakdown.
Step 4: Compare Finalists
Use CompareWHY™ to compare your top 3–4 communities side by side — with plain-English explanations of why one scores higher.
Step 5: Collaborate in CareCircle™
Invite family members to CareCircle™ — the family workspace where everyone can:
- Build a shared shortlist from their phones
- Add notes in real time
- Set reminders for tours and deadlines
- Track shared priorities
- Converge on a top pick
Step 6: Ask Clara
Have questions about care levels, pricing, or Medi-Cal? Ask Clara, the AI concierge — 24/7, by typing or tap-to-speak.
Step 7: Tour and Decide
Tour the top 2–3 communities with informed questions, then decide as a family.
Why Mobile Matters for Elderly Care Search
It's With You During the Search
Elderly care decisions happen in motion — between tours, at the hospital, on the phone with family. An app puts trust scores and comparisons in your pocket.
It Syncs Across Family
CareCircle™ pushes updates to every family member's phone in real time. Whether your sister is in San Diego and you're in Sacramento, the shortlist stays synced.
It Includes 24/7 Concierge
Clara is available anytime — no waiting for business hours, no sitting on hold.
It's Free
No paywalls, no premium tiers. Every feature for every family.
What You Can Search For
Assisted Living
Communities for seniors who need help with daily activities but don't require 24/7 medical care.
Memory Care
Specialized communities for residents with Alzheimer's or dementia.
Skilled Nursing
Nursing homes providing 24/7 medical care.
Independent Living
Active senior communities.
CCRCs
Continuing Care Retirement Communities with multiple care levels on one campus.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a free app to search for elderly care?
Yes. The CareGrade™ app is free on the Apple App Store — download here.
How do I search for senior living on my phone?
Download the CareGrade™ app, set your care type and location, browse communities with trust scores, compare finalists with CompareWHY™, and collaborate with family in CareCircle™.
Are senior living search apps unbiased?
Most aren't — many receive referral fees. CareGrade™'s SeniorTrust™ Score is independent and never affected by financial relationships.
Can I search for memory care on the app?
Yes. Filter by memory care to find specialized dementia care communities with secured environments and trained staff.